Exploring the Intersection of Psychology and Public Engagement with Dr. Ken Carter

Exploring the Intersection of Psychology and Public Engagement with Dr. Ken Carter

Dr. Ken Carter is a Psychology Professor and the Founding Director of Emory’s new Center for Public Scholarship and Engagement. He joins host Mike Palmer in a conversation about bridging the gap between academic research and the public through new initiatives to help academics translate their work for general audiences. Ken shares his own path … Read more

Trump insults Kamala and her team as “scum” and “garbage”

Trump insults Kamala and her team as “scum” and “garbage”

Bring out the fainting couches! Biden has sparked controversy with a recent comment that offended the Republican Party. Biden claims he was referring to a comedian who insulted Puerto Ricans as “garbage,” while Republicans interpreted it as him calling every Trump supporter “garbage.” Despite Biden’s quick clarification, the GOP did not accept his explanation. The … Read more

Tammy Mank Wincup Named CEO of Securly

Tammy Mank Wincup Named CEO of Securly

Securly, Inc. (“Securly”), a leading provider of solutions for K-12 school safety and wellness and a portfolio company of Golden Gate Capital, announced Tammy Mank Wincup as the new Chief Executive Officer. Co-Founder Bharath Madhusudan has stepped down after 12 years of leadership. Ms. Wincup brings extensive education technology experience and a track record of … Read more

Reflecting on My Latest Student Goal-Setting Strategy – Hoping for Success!

Reflecting on My Latest Student Goal-Setting Strategy – Hoping for Success!

Students often struggle with setting and achieving goals, and as a teacher, I have tried numerous strategies over the years to help them in this area. Unfortunately, many of these attempts have failed due to the challenge of consistently finding time to prioritize goal-setting through conferences, reviews, and resets. However, this year, I decided to … Read more

Campaign by Nebraska regents against abortion restrictions.

Campaign by Nebraska regents against abortion restrictions.

Amidst re-election campaigns, two University of Nebraska regents are making significant expenditures on advertisements opposing a state ballot measure aimed at protecting abortion access, as reported by The Lincoln Journal Star. Regents Rob Schafer and Jim Scheer, both Republicans, have contributed funds for commercials allegedly created by the Nebraska Family Alliance, a group that advocates … Read more

The Transformation of Modern Education Through AI in eLearning Applications

The Transformation of Modern Education Through AI in eLearning Applications

AI In eLearning Apps: Revolutionizing Education eLearning, also known as online learning, has experienced rapid growth in popularity in recent years. This mode of learning allows students to access courses and study materials from anywhere, making education more flexible and convenient. As more learners opt for online education, the opportunities for eLearning continue to expand. … Read more

California’s climate initiative may open up new chances for students at community colleges

California’s climate initiative may open up new chances for students at community colleges

With each passing year, we learn more about how a changing climate can impact our lives. In California, two significant issues stand out: the increase in bigger, more destructive wildfires and the long-term threats to our valuable water supply. Fortunately, there are proven solutions to address these challenges, allowing us to shift our focus to … Read more

Revolutionizing Public Education: Embracing Learner-Centered Ecosystems

Revolutionizing Public Education: Embracing Learner-Centered Ecosystems

America’s education system was a groundbreaking effort to help a growing nation thrive in the 19th century. Now, 200 years later, the world has changed; the horizon looks drastically different. Collectively, we need to redesign our education system to enable all of our children — and, by extension, our nation — to thrive today and … Read more

Cultivating Emerging Leaders: AI Integration and Skill Building with Jean Desravines

Cultivating Emerging Leaders: AI Integration and Skill Building with Jean Desravines

In this captivating episode, Mike Palmer engages in a discussion with Jean Desravines, the CEO of New Leaders, about the importance of developing diverse leadership in K12 schools. Jean shares his inspiring story of how education and mentorship played a pivotal role in saving his life and steering him away from a troubled path. He … Read more

The Rise of Oligarchy: Insights from Jonathan V. Last

Trump insults Kamala and her team as “scum” and “garbage”

Jonathan V. Last writes at The Bulwark, the always interesting gathering spot for Never Trumpers. He wrote that he has been stewing about the intervention of Jeff Bezos, billionaire owner of The Washington Post, to stop the editorial board from endorsing Kamala. after Bezos locked the editorial, three of the 10-member editorial board stepped down. … Read more